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Recruitment for SAT 2026 is now open. Click HERE for more information and to apply.

📣 Hi Impact Critical Care (HICC) 6.0 Registration Now Open! The Hi Impact Critical Care (HICC) Conference, organised by the Western Anaesthesia Society, is Ireland’s only general multidisciplinary critical care meeting bringing together clinicians from across Anaesthesia, Intensive Care, and Emergency Medicine for a day of learning, discussion, and collaboration. Now in its sixth year, HICC continues to be a highlight for trainees and consultants alike. 📅 Date: Friday 7th November 2025 📍 Venue: Clayton Hotel, Galway 💻 Conference website: hicritcare.com 🔗 Register now: eventbrite.ie/e/hi-impact-critical-care-60-2025-tickets-1766736459309

MCAI & FCAI Examinations and preparation courses 2026 – now open for applications.  To learn more and download the application form, click HERE 

We’re thrilled to announce that registration is officially open for NAPSAC 2025, taking place on Friday, 14th November 2025 at the Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin. This year’s conference promises to be another unmissable event for Anaesthesia and perioperative care professionals across Ireland. ✅ Earn 7.5 CPD Points 📍 Venue: Radisson Blu Royal Hotel 🔗 Register now: Click HERE Join us for a full day of expert speakers, engaging sessions, and professional networking. We can’t wait to welcome you to NAPSAC 2025!

This two-day event offers attendees the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who are passionate about strengthening their leadership skills. It provides a valuable platform for mentorship and networking, fostering meaningful connections both within and beyond the medical field. COMPETITION NOW OPEN – to all SAT 6’s & SAT 7’s. For more information, see the poster below. Register your interest to Training@coa.ie

Acadamh na Lianna, an association of Irish speaking doctors and health care professionals, would like to invite you to our taster event on Wednesday October 22nd at 7pm in the Davis Coakley Theatre, MISA, St. James’s Hospital. There will be a short talk given by Paula Melvin, previous president of Conradh na Gaeilge, on the challenges associated with the role, her achievements in the role and her vision for the future of the Irish language followed by some snacks and chats. If you have an interest…

Join us on November 28th for a day of learning at our Regional Anaesthesia Workshop, followed by dinner and drinks. All information below.

UCC Anaesthesiology Newsletter – Summer 2025 We’re delighted to share the latest edition of the UCC Anaesthesiology Newsletter, featuring exciting updates in the region and beyond. Read the full newsletter here